In Game 1 of the Eastern Conference semifinals, the Indiana Pacers overcame the top-seeded Cleveland Cavaliers 121-112, led by Tyrese Haliburton’s pivotal 3-pointer and his overall contribution of 22 points and 13 assists. Andrew Nembhard added a playoff career-high 23 points, while all five Pacers starters scored in double figures, showcasing their strong three-point shooting at 19 of 36, compared to Cleveland’s 9 of 38. Donovan Mitchell scored 33 points for the Cavaliers, who took a brief lead in the fourth quarter but could not maintain it, as Game 2 is set for Tuesday night in Cleveland.
